Dana White News
Dana White on Anderson Silva: "I shouldn’t have let him fight this fight tonight"
Chris Taylor - October 31, 2020
If Anderson Silva wants to continue on with his MMA career he will have to do so outside of the Octagon according to Dana White. The former middleweight kingpin, Silva, squared off with Uriah Hall in the headliner of tonight’s UFC Vegas 12 event.
Israel Adesanya will move up to light heavyweight to challenge Jan Blachowicz
Chris Taylor - October 31, 2020
UFC President Dana White broke some huge news regarding Israel Adesanya at tonight’s UFC Vegas 12 post-fight press conference. According to the brash UFC boss, ‘Stylebender’ will be moving up a weight class for his next Octagon appearance, this when he meets reigning light heavyweight kingpin Jan Blachowicz.
Dana White expects Khabib Nurmagomedov will end short-lived retirement for one final fight to go for 30-0
Cole Shelton - October 29, 2020
Dana White believes Khabib Nurmagomedov will end his short-lived retirement and return for one final fight. After Nurmagomedov submitted Justin Gaethje at UFC 254 to defend his lightweight title he announced his retirement from the sport. The news shocked many including his coaches and UFC president, Dana White as everyone thought he would go for 30-0.
Video | Dana White hails car commercial starring Bryce Mitchell as "greatest ever"
Andrew Whitelaw - October 27, 2020
Bryce Mitchell may have just starred in one of the most glorious commercials ever. Dana White certainly thinks so. This is the greatest commercial EVER made. Congrats @ThugnastyMMA pic.twitter.com/Im9iXzVJTd
UFC matchmaker Sean Shelby says Khabib Nurmagomedov is "obviously GOAT"
Adam Martin - October 25, 2020
UFC matchmaker Sean Shelby anointed Khabib Nurmagomedov as the greatest fighter in MMA history, saying he is “obviously (the) GOAT.” Shelby has been the UFC matchmaker for the better part of the last decade and before that, he was the matchmaker of the WEC. He has been in the game for over 20 years working as a matchmaker at the highest levels of the sport so his eye for talent is up there with anyone else on the planet. Shelby doesn’t speak much in the media, preferring to keep a low profile, but he had to speak up after Nurmagomedov retired from MMA.
Dana White shares his take on Robert Whittaker’s win at UFC 254 and what could be next for the former champ
Adam D Martin - October 25, 2020
UFC president Dana White shared his take on Robert Whittaker’s big win at UFC 254 and what could be next for the former champ. Whittaker defeated Jared Cannonier via unanimous decision in a back-and-forth fight that served as the co-main event at UFC 254. Whittaker looked sharp in the bout as he was able to utilize his boxing to set up a late head kick in the third round that nearly finished his opponent. Cannonier was able to survive, making it one of the best fights of the night and a huge win for Whittaker’s resume as he looks to move back up the 185lbs ladder.
Dana White weighs in on the recent allegations made against UFC welterweight Mike Perry
Adam D Martin - October 25, 2020
UFC president Dana White weighed in on the recent domestic violence allegations made against Mike Perry by his ex-wife Danielle Nickerson. Nickerson recently spoke in a lengthy interview with MMAjunkie.com about her allegedly violent relationship with Perry, who she said struck her on numerous occasions. The UFC welterweight star got ahead of things by releasing a statement denying any of the allegations. But apparently, Nickerson has photos of the bruises that she says Perry gave her, which has led to some fans believing Perry should be pulled from his upcoming fight against Robbie Lawler at UFC 255 while this all plays out in the courts.
Jon Jones not happy with Dana White dubbing Khabib Nurmagomedov the GOAT
Christopher Taylor - October 24, 2020
Jon Jones (26-1 MMA) was extremely impressed by Khabib Nurmagomedov’s submission victory over Justin Gaethje at UFC 254. With that said, the longtime UFC light heavyweight kingpin in ‘Bones’ is not willing to dub ‘The Eagle’ the “greatest of all time” in mixed martial arts.
Dana White praises Khabib Nurmagomedov following his retirement: "You have to start putting him up there at GOAT status"
Adam D Martin - October 24, 2020
UFC president Dana White praised Khabib Nurmagomedov following his retirement from MMA, while also adding he fought with a broken foot. Nurmagomedov put on a stunning performance in the main event of UFC 254, as he was able to submit Justin Gaethje with a triangle choke in the second round. Nurmagomedov improved to 29-0 with the victory, including a 13-0 mark in the UFC, but shocked the MMA community when he immediately announced his retirement from the sport.
Dana White floats No. 1 contender fight between Tony Ferguson and Michael Chandler
Tom Taylor - October 23, 2020
UFC President Dana White is floating the idea of a lightweight No. 1 contender fight between Tony Ferguson and Michael Chandler. Ferguson stood out as the top contender in the lightweight division for many years, but after having a 12-fight win-streak derailed by Justin Gaethje in May, is now looking to reestablish himself. Chandler, on the other hand, is a former Bellator champion, and recently signed with the UFC to much acclaim.
Khabib Nurmagomedov will be No. 1 pound-for-pound with UFC 254 win, says Dana White
Tom Taylor - October 22, 2020
UFC President Dana White believes Khabib Nurmagomedov will become the best pound-for-pound fighter on earth with a win at UFC 254. Nurmagomedov, the undisputed UFC lightweight champion, is slated to defend his title against Justin Gaethje in the card’s main event. Heading into the matchup, the unbeaten Russian holds the No. 2 spot in the official UFC pound-for-pound rankings.
Dana White recounts the first time he spoke with Michael Chandler: "What a great, great kid this kid is"
Adam Martin - October 21, 2020
UFC president Dana White recounted the first time he spoke with lightweight Michael Chandler, explaining why it was a no-brainer to sign him. Chandler was a three-time Bellator lightweight champion and he recently became a free agent following a stunning knockout win over former UFC lightweight champion Benson Henderson in the Bellator cage. White and the UFC quickly swooped in and signed Chandler, while also anointing him as the official back-up to the UFC 254 main event between lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov and interim champ Justin Gaethje.
Dana White interested in Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Georges St-Pierre, but unsure if GSP can make 155lbs
Adam Martin - October 20, 2020
UFC president Dana White is interested in Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Georges St-Pierre, but he’s unsure if GSP can actually make 155lbs. Nurmagomedov vs. GSP is a superfight that has been talked about for a few years now by both fighters, the fans, the media, and even White himself. It would be a massive superfight between two of the best MMA fighters of all time, especially if Nurmagomedov goes for a perfect 30-0 record in the fight. If “The Eagle” defeats Justin Gaethje at UFC 254, the calls for a fight with “Rush” will grow even louder.
Dana White says Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Justin Gaethje is "trending to be the biggest fight" in UFC history
Cole Shelton - October 20, 2020
Dana White is expecting the UFC 254 pay-per-view headlined by a lightweight title fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justin Gaethje to do big business. In the lead up to the PPV, it has felt like a big fight as Nurmagomedov is a massive star and many think Gaethje is the toughest challenge for the champ. According to White, the trends for the fight is better than any other event they have done.
Khamzat Chimaev throws out old school suggestion for Dana White: “Let’s piss everybody off”
Harry Kettle - October 20, 2020
UFC star Khamzat Chimaev has suggested the idea of fighting three times in one night to UFC president Dana White. After going 3-0 in 2020 with the Ultimate Fighting Championship, Chimaev has quickly established himself as one to watch at both welterweight and middleweight. With a parade of fighters offering to take him on, it should come as no surprise that Chimaev is willing to go up against just about anyone the promotion puts in front of him.
Justin Gaethje plans to “ruin Dana White's day" by beating Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 254
Cole Shelton - October 19, 2020
Justin Gaethje is looking to ruin Dana White and Ali Abdelaziz’s plans and day by beating Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 254. In the lead up to UFC 254, Nurmagomedov revealed Dana White and Abdelaziz told him they had something special for him if he beats Gaethje at UFC 254. So, for “The Highlight” he says he wants to ruin all their plans by pulling off the upset and beating Nurmagomedov.
Dana White outlines potential matchups for Israel Adesanya: "He's got a lot of options"
Adam Martin - October 17, 2020
UFC president Dana White outlined the potential options for Israel Adesanya, noting the UFC middleweight champion has “got a lot of options.” Adesanya is undefeated with a 20-0 record and coming off of a brilliant TKO performance over Paulo Costa at UFC 253, his star power has never been higher. With the UFC having a fully-blown superstar here in Adesanya, he looks poised to be booked for a big fight his next time out. Whether it’s fighting at middleweight to defend his belt again or moving up to light heavyweight for superfights, Adesanya has plenty of options out there right now.
Dana White reacts after Jon Jones admits to hiding from the Nevada State Athletic Commission
Chris Taylor - October 16, 2020
UFC President Dana White has shared his reaction to Jon Jones recent admission that he had previously hid from NSAC officials in 2016. Four years ago, reports surfaced that ‘Bones‘ had hidden underneath the Octagon at his training center of JacksonWink, this to avoid getting a drug test from USADA officials who randomly showed up at the gym.